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Overview
Around 30 million people in Europe are living with a rare genetic disease (a disease that affects less than 1 in 2,000 people). This course offers an exploration of key questions around rare disease diagnostic research and issues today, as well as insights into patient experiences. Diagnosing Rare Diseases - from the Clinic to Research and back is offered at Foundation for Rare Diseases programme delivered through FutureLearn
Learn about rare genetic disease diagnosis and testing
- Over the last two decades, a lot of progress has been made in diagnosing rare genetic diseases.
- You will discover more about the progress made through diagnostic research, as well as the types of genetic tests available for rare diseases, and the impact of having a diagnosis – or lacking a diagnosis – on patients’ lives.
- You’ll explore key issues relating to rare genetic diseases and undertake your own internet-based investigation into several diagnostic research topics.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
- What is the clinical diagnostic pathway for rare diseases patients?
- Diving into analysis and interpretation of genetic results
- What are the research steps to reach a diagnosis?
- What's next after the search for a diagnosis?
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
- 3 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
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Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Medicine View 37 other Short Courses in Medicine in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is designed for individuals with a keen interest in diagnostic research and rare diseases.
- While primarily designed for medical students and PhD/post-doc students in biomedical sciences, it will also be of interest to Patients Advocacy Organisations’ representatives, Healthcare professionals or paramedics who want to further their knowledge of rare diseases diagnosis.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents94 EUR / full≈ 94 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents94 EUR / full≈ 94 EUR / full
Funding
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